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​Office of the City Manager

The City of Charlotte operates under a council-manager form of government. The Mayor and Council are responsible for making policy decisions for the community. The City Manager is resp​onsible for carrying out those decisions, as well as providing vision and leadership to the organization and for overseeing the daily operations of City government.

City Council adopts the FY 2019 Budget

On June 11, 2017, Charlotte City Council voted to adopt the $2.6 billion FY 2019 budget. The budget ​enhances community safety, strengthens neighborhoods, recognizes the city's workforce and positions the city to be a leader in economic opportunity – all while capitalizing on opportunities for improved efficiencies and service delivery.​ This budget goes into effect on July 1, 2018.